Tough Calls

APPENDIX

Your Tough Call Quotient—Your TCQ

On a scale from 1 to 5, with 5 meaning you strongly agree and 1 meaning you strongly disagree, rate the following:

Fortitude

I take appropriate risks.	1	2	3	4	5
I embrace innovation and change.	1	2	3	4	5
I focus more on improvement and growth, not on cutting costs.	1	2	3	4	5
I’m a high-energy go-getter.	1	2	3	4	5
I “leave money on the table” if the project isn’t a good fit.	1	2	3	4	5

Judgment

I disregard unsolicited feedback.	1	2	3	4	5
When I’m 80 percent ready, I move. I don’t need perfection.	1	2	3	4	5
I quickly separate critical issues from unimportant ones.	1	2	3	4	5
I prioritize well and, when necessary, force trade-offs.	1	2	3	4	5
I respond well to surprises, even unpleasant ...